Maputo: Santa Maria, Inhaca & Portuguese Island daytrip

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Inhaca Island, located east of Maputo, Mozambique, is a tropical island known for its amazing beaches, clear waters, rich biodiversity, coral reefs and marine life, including dolphins and sea turtles.

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Here is our full trip itinerary: 08:00 - Departure from Maputo ( possibility of seeing dolphins on our way to the island and whales during whale season August - Late Actober ) 09:00 - Arrival at Hell's Gate & Machangulo for seightseeing ( Hell's Gate is a channel which divides Maputo mainland and Inhaca Island ) 09:15 - Arrival at Santa Maria ( for snorkeling, relaxing on the beach, swimming, snorkel with fish in the coral reefs, Sea turtles do show up in the surface most of the times. We have some snacks, fruits and water for everyone ) 12:30 - Depart to Inhaca Village ( Sailing through Ponta Pundwine channel we might also encounter some flamingos ) 13:00 - Arrival at Inhaca Village ( for lunch at Restaurante Lucas, which our guests can choose from our 10 different meals that we offer, after lunch we will have a quick tour around the village centre ) 14:30/15 - Departure to Portuguese island ( takes only 5-7 minutes from Inhaca island to Portuguese Island, where we will be ending our day with a nice beach) 16:00 - Returning to Maputo ( possibility of seeing dolphins which we have all year round and whales only during whale season August - Late Ocober ) 17:00 - Arrival at Maputo

Includes

Boat trip to Santa Maria, Inhaca & Portuguese Island Snorkeling equipment + lesson Kayak / Canoe Shades Snacks ( chips, cupcakes, fruits and water ) Beach chairs Tour Guide Island and marina fees Lunch at Restaurante Lucas ( 1 meal & 1 beverage – soft drink, beer, cider, water or juice )

Important Information

  • NOTICE - Cancellations made less than 48 hours prior to day of the trip will not receive a refund. - We will not wait no longer than 15 minutes from the time of departure for anyone that is late. ( NO REFUND ) - Our departure times and our guests must be respected. - Maputo Blue will not be held accountable for any damaged or stolen personal belongings. - If you do not know how to swim, please do not swim in the deep, keep in the shallows. - Never swim while intoxicated. - Parents should always keep eye on their children. - Never touch any marine life - Either with your hands or feet, you should never touch either the corals or any sea creatures. ( as many of the creatures are venomous

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